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Alabama running back Damien Harris (34) walks off the field after lo0sing to Clemson in the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) walks off the field after losing to Clemson in the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama offensive lineman Lester Cotton (66) and Alabama offensive lineman Jonah Williams (73) sit on the bench as time runs out in their loss to Clemson in the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama offensive lineman Jonah Williams (73) and Alabama running back Josh Jacobs (8) talk as time runs out against Clemson at the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. At left is Alabama offensive lineman Lester Cotton (66). Mickey Welsh

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney puts on a national championship t-shirt after defeating Alabama in the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) walks off the field after losing to Clemson in the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama head coach Nick Saban walks off the field after losing to Clemson in the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama running back Damien Harris (34) walks off the field after losing to Clemson in the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama wide receiver Henry Ruggs, III, (11) walks off the field after losing to Clemson in the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama linebacker Jamey Mosley (16) kneels and prays after losing to Clemson in the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama running back Najee Harris (22) stretches for the engine and comes up short against Clemson In first half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama running back Josh Jacobs (8) dives for a first down on a fourth down play against Clemson in first half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (4) celebrates a touchdown against Clemson In first half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (4) catches a touchdown p[ass against Clemson safety Tanner Muse (19) In first half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) passes against Clemson in first half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama running back Najee Harris (22) gets past Clemson safety K'Von Wallace (12) In first half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) pitches out the ball to running back Travis Etienne (9) in first half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama linebacker Mack Wilson (30) stops Clemson running back Travis Etienne (9) In first half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Clemson running back Travis Etienne (9) gets away from Alabama defensive backs Shyheim Carter (5) and Jared Mayden (21) to score a touchdown in first half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama tight end Irv Smith Jr. (82) is tupended by Clemson safety K'Von Wallace (12) In first half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) passes against Clemson In first half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama head coach Nick Saban talks with Alabama kicker Joseph Bulovas (97) after a kickoff went out of bounds against Clemson In first half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Clemson cornerback Trayvon Mullen (1) intercepts a pass intended for Alabama wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (4) In first half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Clemson cornerback A.J. Terrell (8) celebrates with teammates after returning an interception for a touchdown against Alabama In first half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Members of the Alabama band wait for the start of the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Clemson Monday, Jan. 7, 2019, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson) Chris Carlson, AP

Former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley watches warm up on the sideline before the NCAA college football playoff championship game between Alabama and Clemson Monday, Jan. 7, 2019, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/Paul Newberry) Paul Newberry, AP

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney walks the field as the teams arrive the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney checks the turf as he arrives with his team for the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama head coach Nick Saban talks with the media as he arrives for the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (4) scores a touchdown against Clemson In first half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) passes In second half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama running back Damien Harris (34) is forced out of bounds by Clemson defensive end Xavier Thomas (3) in second half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

The Clemson defense runs off the field after stopping Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) on a fourth down play In second half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney hugs Clemson wide receiver Hunter Renfrow (13) as time runs out in their win over Alabama in the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama running back Josh Jacobs (8) is stopped by Clemson linebacker Tre Lamar (57) in second half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) is stopped by Clemson linebacker Tre Lamar (57) In second half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Clemson wide receiver Justyn Ross (8) catches a bobbled pass over Alabama defensive back Josh Jobe (28) In second half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama head coach Nick Saban watches second half action against Clemson in the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama offensive lineman Jonah Williams (73) as time runs out against Clemson in second half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama defensive lineman Raekwon Davis (99) walks off the field after losing to Clemson in the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama wide receiver Jaylen Waddle (17) carries the ball against Clemson In second half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama defensive back Xavier McKinney (15) and linebacker Christian Miller (47) walk off the field after losing to Clemson in the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) after defeating Alabama in the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) passes against Clemson In second half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama running back Josh Jacobs (8) dives for yardage against Clemson In second half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) is stopped by Clemson cornerback Trayvon Mullen (1) In second half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama defensive back Saivion Smith (4) is injured In second half action against Clemson in the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa (13) passes against Clemson In second half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) passes against Alabama In second half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney In second half action against Alabama in the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) looks to pass against Clemson In second half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) is forced out of bounds by Clemson cornerback Trayvon Mullen (1) In first half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

A protestor is carried off of the field during first half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama running back Najee Harris (22) dives on the ball after he comes up short against Clemson In first half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama tight end Hale Hentges (84) celebrates his touchdown catch against Clemson In first half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Clemson linebacker Kendall Joseph (34) stops Alabama running back Damien Harris (34) In first half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama wide receiver Jerry Jeudy (4) catches a touchdown against Clemson In first half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Clemson wide receiver Justyn Ross (8) catches a pass against Alabama defensive back Patrick Surtain, II, (2) In first half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Clemson wide receiver Tee Higgins (5) catches a pass against Alabama In first half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) is stopped by Clemson cornerback A.J. Terrell (8) In first half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Alabama kicker Joseph Bulovas (97) misses an extra point against Clemson In first half action of the College Football Playoff National Championship game at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, Ca., on Monday January 7, 2019. Mickey Welsh

Rushing offense — A — Damien Harris ran up the middle, Najee Harris found room wide and Josh Jacobs showed plenty of moves in a great rushing performance against nation’s second-ranked rushing defense.

Rushing defense — C —Travis Etienne rumbled for a 17-yard touchdown in the first quarter, breaking several tackles along the way, and a one-yard score in the second quarter as the Clemson ran it down Alabama's throat to end the game.

Passing offense — D — Tua Tagovailoa threw pick six and another interception into triple coverage. He counteracted that with touchdown passes to Jerry Jeudy and Hale Hentges, but the damage was done.

Passing defense — F — The Tide allowed a 62-yard play on third-and-14 that set up Clemson’s second touchdown when Trevor Lawrence was struggling. The Tide put no pressure in him, even while blitzing.

Special teams — F — Joseph Bulovas missed his sixth extra point after Alabama’s second touchdown (the team’s ninth missed PAT this season) and kicked off out of bounds. Tide also botched fake field goal attempt.

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney celebrates in the final seconds of the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Alabama, Monday, Jan. 7, 2019, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) David J. Phillip, AP

Alabama's Tua Tagovailoa is stopped on a fourth and goal play during the second half of the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Clemson, Monday, Jan. 7, 2019, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu) Jeff Chiu, AP

Alabama's Damien Harris is stopped short of the goal line during the second half of the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Clemson, Monday, Jan. 7, 2019, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/Ben Margot) Ben Margot, AP

Clemson's Tee Higgins celebrates his touchdown catch during the second half of the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Alabama, Monday, Jan. 7, 2019, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) David J. Phillip, AP

Clemson's Tee Higgins catches a touchdown pass during the second half of the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Alabama, Monday, Jan. 7, 2019, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) David J. Phillip, AP

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney reacts after his defense held on a fourth down play during the second half of the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Alabama, Monday, Jan. 7, 2019, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) David J. Phillip, AP

Alabama's Tua Tagovailoa scrambles during the second half of the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Clemson, Monday, Jan. 7, 2019, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) David J. Phillip, AP

Alabama head coach Nick Saban looks on as Saivion Smith is injured during the second half of the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Clemson, Monday, Jan. 7, 2019, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson) Chris Carlson, AP

Clemson's Justyn Ross celebrates his touchdown catch during the second half of the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Alabama Monday, Jan. 7, 2019, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) David J. Phillip, AP

Alabama Crimson Tide holder Mac Jones (10) carries the ball on a fake field goal attempt in the third quarter against the Clemson Tigers during the 2019 College Football Playoff Championship game at Levi's Stadium on Jan. 7, 2019, in Santa Clare, Calif. James Lang-USA TODAY Sports

Alabama's DeVonta Smith recovers his own fumble during the second half of the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Clemson, Monday, Jan. 7, 2019, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson) Chris Carlson, AP

Alabama's Tua Tagovailoan throws under pressure during the second half of the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Clemson, Monday, Jan. 7, 2019, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu) Jeff Chiu, AP

Jan 7, 2019; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Clemson Tigers head coach Dabo Swinney leaves the field after the end of the first half against the Alabama Crimson Tide during the 2019 College Football Playoff Championship game at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports Kirby Lee, Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Alabama's Tua Tagovailoa scrambles during the first half of the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Clemson, Monday, Jan. 7, 2019, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) David J. Phillip, AP

Jan 7, 2019; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Clemson Tigers kicker Greg Huegel (92) kicks a field goal in the second quarter against the Alabama Crimson Tide during the 2019 College Football Playoff Championship game at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: James Lang-USA TODAY Sports James Lang, James Lang-USA TODAY Sports

Clemson's Greg Huegel kicks a field goal during the first half of the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Alabama, Monday, Jan. 7, 2019, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/Ben Margot) Ben Margot, AP

Alabama's Najee Harris reaches for the end zone during the first half the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Alabama, Monday, Jan. 7, 2019, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu) Jeff Chiu, AP

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney reacts after a touchdown during the first half the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Alabama, Monday, Jan. 7, 2019, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) David J. Phillip, AP

A fan is removed after running on the field during the first half the NCAA college football playoff championship game between Alabama and Clemson, Monday, Jan. 7, 2019, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) David J. Phillip, AP

Clemson's A.J. Terrell intercepts a pass for a touchdown during the first half the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Alabama, Monday, Jan. 7, 2019, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/Ben Margot) Ben Margot, AP

Jan 7, 2019; Santa Clara, CA, USA; General view during the singing of the national anthem before the 2019 College Football Playoff Championship game between the Alabama Crimson Tide and the Clemson Tigers at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports Kirby Lee, Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Jan 7, 2019; Santa Clara, CA, USA; A general view at Levi's Stadium before the start of the 2019 College Football Playoff Championship game between the Alabama Crimson Tide and Clemson Tigers. Mandatory Credit: James Lang-USA TODAY Sports James Lang, James Lang-USA TODAY Sports

Former United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley watches warm up on the sideline before the NCAA college football playoff championship game between Alabama and Clemson Monday, Jan. 7, 2019, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/Paul Newberry) Paul Newberry, AP

Members of the Alabama band wait for the start of the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Clemson Monday, Jan. 7, 2019, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson) Chris Carlson, AP

Alabama head coach Nick Saban runs across the field during warm ups before the NCAA college football playoff championship game against Clemson Monday, Jan. 7, 2019, in Santa Clara, Calif. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip) David J. Phillip, AP

Coaching — D — Nick Saban decided to go for it several times on fourth down, including on their own 29-yard line. And, what about the fake field goal? It was pure desperation that had no chance to succeed.

Overall — D — Live with your star and die with your star. Tagovailoa threw two interceptions, one returned for a touchdown and one into triple coverage that set up another score. That’s tough to overcome.